Below are some Frequently Asked Questions about UWW Music Admissions. If you cannot find the information you are looking for on the website, please contact us!
What do I need to do to become a music major at UW-Whitewater?
Is an audition required? How do I schedule an audition?
Where can I get audition application forms and materials?
What will happen at my audition?
Are there scholarships available for music majors?
What do I need to do to be considered for a music scholarship?
What music degrees are offered at UW-Whitewater?
Can I minor in music at UW-Whitewater?
Can I perform in Music Department ensembles even if I am not a major or minor?
How can I get more information about admission to the music degree program?
What do I need to do to become a music major at UW-Whitewater?
To become a music major you must do two things. First, you must be admitted to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater through the regular admission process. (Click here for information on UWW admission requirements.) Second, you must audition for the UWW music faculty and be accepted into a music major degree progam. For information on your audition for the music degree program, continue reading below.
Is an audition required? How do I schedule an audition?
Yes, an audition is required for admission to all UW-Whitewater music degree programs. To schedule an audition you need to complete and submit a UWW Music Major Audition Application. This form and related information is available online, or from the Music Department. Upon receipt of your completed application, we will notify you of your audition date and provide you with other pertinent information. Click here to go to the Music Department admissions information.
Where can I get audition application forms and materials?
The easiest way is to download them from the Admission audition Information pages on the Music Department website. You can also call the Music Department at 800-621-8744 and request that audition application materials be mailed to you at your home addresss. You may also stop by the Music Office (Greenhill Center of the Arts, room 2038) and pick them up when you are on campus for our October Music Department Open House, Junior Audition Day in April, or other event.
What will happen at my audition?
At your audition you will perform music that you have prepared for a committee of music faculty members who will evaluate your performance and assess your musicianship and preparation for college-level music study. Specific requirements (repertoire, scales, sight-reading, etc.) vary by area and are detailed in the audition application materials that you received. You will also be asked to take a short music theory examination to assess your background and previous training, and a member of the piano faculty will interview you about your previous piano study, if any. These are intended to provide information to help assess your potential for success as a music major and to assist with your first semester course selection.
Approximately one week after your audition, you will receive a letter from us indicating whether you have been accepted as a music major, and the degree program you may pursue. This letter will also indicate whether you will be under consideration for a music department scholarship. (Scholarship awards are announced in April.)
If you are accepted as a music major you will attend one of the university's Summer Preview Sessions and meet with a music faculty member who will assist you with selection of your first semester classes.
Are there scholarships available for new music majors?
Yes! In addition to scholarships and awards that are available to any UW Whitewater student, the Music Department awards thousands of dollars to new, incoming freshman music majors each year. These awards are based on the results of your performance audition and an evaluation of your letters of reference, high school academic performance, ACT scores, and your previous musical experience and training. A faculty committee uses this information to assess your potential for success in college level music study.
Shortly after your audition we will send you a letter indicating whether you are among those being considered for a music department scholarship. Music Scholarship offers are sent by letter to all awardees in April.
What do I need to do to be considered for a music scholarship?
You need to complete an UWW Music Major Audition Application (available for download on the department website, or call 800-621-8744 to receive one by mail) and successfully audition for the music faculty at one of the qualifying audition dates (See Audition Information for specific audition dates.)
What music degrees are offered at UW-Whitewater?
We offer both the Bachelor of Music (BM) and Bachelor of Arts (BA) degrees in music. The Bachelor of Music is a professional degree with five different emphases from which you may choose:
If you are undecided about which music major to pursue and wish to talk with an advisor, please call the Music Department at 1-800-621-8744
Can I minor in music at UW-Whitewater?
Students can combine a music minor with virtually any degree. The degree is 23 credits, which includes performing in ensembles, several academic requirements, and a variety of music electives. Click here for specific requirements.
Can I perform in Music Department ensembles even if I am not a major or minor?
All ensembles are open to all UW-Whitewater students. You register for them as you would for any class: all ensembles are 1 credit. For more information, see the details on ensembles meeting in the coming program.
How can I get more information about admission to the music degree program?
Please read the Admissions Information on the Music Department website or call the UWW Music Department (800-621-8744)